Serving the North Fairmount Neighborhood for 40 years!

Heart of the Community: St. Leo Food Pantry

Since 1986, the St. Leo Food Pantry has served as a warm, welcoming lifeline for families across North Fairmount, English Woods, Roll Hill, and Millvale in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Our neighborhood in North Fairmount is designated as a food desert by the USDA, meaning local families face systemic barriers to nutritious meals—from a complete lack of neighborhood grocery stores to limited public transportation options. At St. Leo's, we believe that access to fresh, healthy food is a fundamental human right, and we work tirelessly to bridge that gap with care, respect, and open arms. In 2024 alone, our dedicated community opened its doors to feed an astonishing 17,756 neighbors, serving approximately 1,500 people each month.

A Choice Pantry Built on Dignity & Respect

We operate as a Choice Pantry, which means we honor the autonomy and preferences of every guest who walks through our doors. Rather than receiving a pre-packed box, our neighbors shop through color-coded aisles just like a traditional grocery store, selecting food items based on their household size, cultural background, and dietary preferences.

Every shopper is paired with a friendly volunteer shopping escort who offers a warm smile, helps navigate the shelves, and assists in carrying groceries out to their car. Local residents within our service area are welcome to shop with us once per calendar month.

100% Volunteer-Powered, 100% Community-Driven